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Anthony Joshua Eyes Third Heavyweight Title as Usyk Vacates IBF Belt

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9 months ago

June 26, 2024

British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua is poised to become a three-time heavyweight champion after Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk vacated his IBF heavyweight title.

Usyk, who recently defeated Tyson Fury to become the undisputed champion, confirmed he will not be defending the IBF belt in his rematch with Fury scheduled for December 21.

Usyk took to social media to announce his decision, stating, “Anthony and Daniel, listen, I know the IBF title is important to you. It’s my present to you on September 21.”

This move paves the way for Joshua to fight fellow Brit Daniel Dubois for the vacant title at Wembley Stadium on September 21.

Joshua, who first won a world title in 2016, held the championship for three years before a shocking defeat by Andy Ruiz Jr.

He reclaimed his titles six months later but was then bested by Usyk in 2021 and lost the rematch the following year. Now, with the IBF title up for grabs, Joshua has a prime opportunity to add another chapter to his storied career.

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Djabel Manishimwe Describes His Return For The 2026 FIFA World Cup as an Honor

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39 minutes ago

March 17, 2025

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Rwanda midfielder Djabel Manishimwe expresses preparation and readiness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Nigeria.

The footballer will be making a return after his last match in June 2024 against Lesotho.

Manishumwe describes his return as an honor, sharing that he felt grateful to be called on. “It was an honour for me when I was contacted by the coach to play for the national team again.”

“I know I have the responsibility to repay the faith that the coach has put in me.”

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Sergio Ramos Gets First Red Card in Monterrey’s Win Over Pumas

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4 hours ago

March 17, 2025

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Sergio Ramos saw red in the closing moments of Monterrey’s 3-1 win over Pumas UNAM on Sunday, marking his first red card since joining Liga MX.

Ramos, known for his tough playing style, was involved in several heated clashes throughout the match. In the 92nd minute, he tackled Guillermo Martínez and then kicked him as the ball went out of play, leading to his dismissal.

This marks the 30th red card of Ramos’ career. He was sent off 26 times with Madrid, twice with Paris Saint-Germain, and once with Sevilla. Surprisingly, he’s never been shown a red card while playing for Spain.

Despite the setback, Ramos has had a strong start at Monterrey, scoring three goals in four games since joining last month.

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“Sancho Has Talent, But He Can’t Perform” – Gallas on Chelsea Winger

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7 hours ago

March 17, 2025

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Former Chelsea defender William Gallas believes Jadon Sancho isn’t doing enough to earn a permanent stay at the club. Gallas advised Chelsea to reconsider signing the England international permanently, saying Sancho hasn’t shown he can deliver consistently for the West London side.

Sancho’s performance in Chelsea’s recent 1-0 loss to Arsenal at the Emirates, where Mikel Merino’s first-half header secured the win, left Gallas unimpressed.

“Sancho is talented — everyone knows that — but for some reason, he just isn’t performing,” Gallas told Stadium Astro. “He was brilliant at Dortmund, but things didn’t work out at Manchester United. When he first came to Chelsea, we saw glimpses of that Dortmund form, but now he seems to have faded again.”

Gallas suggested that Chelsea might need to think twice before making Sancho’s move permanent unless he steps up his game.